After Newark, New Jersey we've arrived to our own home rink and we would host a decent draft. The 1st overall pick, Aaron Ekblad, was a decent pick, but nothing compared to the previous and next 1st overall picks, Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid respectively. Sam Reinhart would go 2nd to Buffalo and Leon Draisaitl … Continue reading Flyers Redraft: 2014
Every First Round Pick That Played for the Flyers
Since their inception in 1967 the Philadelphia Flyers have never been afraid to make trades. Along the way, they acquired plenty of player that were selected in the first round. 54 years in and 128 first round picks so far have suited up for the Flyers. Below is a comprehensive list of every Flyer that … Continue reading Every First Round Pick That Played for the Flyers
Flyers Redrafts: 2013
Going from rival Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to one of our other rivals in Newark, New Jersey. We see Colorado break the chain of Edmonton picking first overall. With the first pick, Colorado picks the best player since Crosby, also from the same town as Crosby in Nathan MacKinnon, then Aleksander Barkov going to Florida second overall, … Continue reading Flyers Redrafts: 2013
One Player From Every Team the Flyers Could Look to Add This Summer
The Philadelphia Flyers, led by general manager Chuck Fletcher, should be preparing to toss their nets far and wide this offseason as the clock to building a competitive hockey team continues to tick. There should be no rock left unturned across the league when it comes to looking for improvements, so why not help Chucky … Continue reading One Player From Every Team the Flyers Could Look to Add This Summer
Is Vladimir Tarasenko a Trade Option for the Flyers?
As the trade rumors fly ahead of the 2021 offseason, there have been no lack of options for the Flyers to acquire a big star. One of the more fascinating names that has appeared on the rumor mill is St. Louis Blues sniper Vladimir Tarasenko. Tarasenko, who will turn 30 in December, is best known … Continue reading Is Vladimir Tarasenko a Trade Option for the Flyers?
Flyers vs. Hurricanes: A Case Study of Drafting and Player Development During the Hextall Era (2014-2018)
There is an old saying that says, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do”. With the 2021 NHL Draft coming up on July 23rd, this famous quote applies to all NHL General Managers and their teams as they look to select players that will make an impact for them in the future. In terms … Continue reading Flyers vs. Hurricanes: A Case Study of Drafting and Player Development During the Hextall Era (2014-2018)
Chuck Fletcher’s Draft History with the Wild
Chuck Fletcher took the helm of the Minnesota Wild on May 22, 2009 and ran the club for just shy of a full decade when he was let go on April 23, 2018. He was responsible for nine drafts and pulled a mixed bag to say the least. A common theme of early success and … Continue reading Chuck Fletcher’s Draft History with the Wild
Ron Hextall’s Draft History with the Flyers
Ron Hextall was brought back to the City of Brotherly Love 15 years after his playing career ended with one objective in mind- rebuild the Philadelphia Flyers. Through his five seasons at the helm of the Flyers organization, he oversaw some of the most interesting drafts in their history. Ever since his firing in 2018 … Continue reading Ron Hextall’s Draft History with the Flyers
Top 5: Flyers with the Most to Prove in 2021-22
The 2021 Philadelphia Flyers season was a disaster for the ages and threw the entire state of the roster into disarray. Now, with question marks throughout the lineup, the entire roster will have to find a way to bounce back heading into the 2021-22 campaign. There are certain players that have more to prove than … Continue reading Top 5: Flyers with the Most to Prove in 2021-22
Ten Years Later: The Richards and Carter Trades
June 23, 2011, A day that changed the landscape of the Philadelphia Flyers forever. Paul Holmgren shocked everyone when he first traded Mike Richards to the L.A. Kings, then Jeff Carter to the Columbus Blue Jackets, and followed that up by announcing he had signed goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov to a nine-year, $51 million contract. It … Continue reading Ten Years Later: The Richards and Carter Trades